The Islanders are among many teams enjoying a bye week; however, the NHL and the Metro are back in action after the All-Star break, with three Metro teams in action last night.
Check back later this morning for a follow-up from Travis comparing the Islanders to surprise-start teams (Devils, Avalanche, Knights) who made the playoffs last season.
- Prospect Report: A little bit of Wahlstrom, a bit of Wilde, and a sprinkling of Golyshev. [Isles]
- The trade deadline is a month away. Arthur Staple goes through the range of potential Islanders targets, from dream to practical.